CPSC, Belkin Announce Recall of Batteries Sold with Bluetooth™ GPS Navigation System
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2005-06-21). Hazards: fire, burn, explosion. Models: F8T051, F8T051-DL, AE-8210. About 10,300 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05582 |
| Published | 2005-06-21 |
| Last updated | 2024-12-18 |
| Product category | Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery |
| Products | Li-Polymer battery pack sold with Bluetooth™ Global Positioning System (GPS) Navigation System |
| Firm named in the title | Belkin |
| Firms | Belkin Corporation, of Compton, Calif. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 10,300 |
| Model numbers | F8T051, F8T051-DL, AE-8210 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn, explosion |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | The Belkin Web site, other Web retailers and computer and electronics stores sold the GPS device with recalled batteries nationwide, from November 2003 through February 2005, for about $400. |
Description
The recall involves Li-Polymer battery packs sold with Belkin Bluetooth™ GPS Navigation System models F8T051 and F8T051-DL. The GPS model number can be found on a label on the bottom of the unit. "Part No.: 300-203712001" and Model No.: AE-8210" are written on the side of the battery.
Hazard
The battery can overheat, expand, and possibly rupture, creating an explosion or fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers stop using the GPS product immediately and contact Belkin for information on receiving a free replacement battery.
Incidents and injuries
Belkin reports 15 incidents of batteries overheating and expanding. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
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